Host, Canada Science & Technology Museum (anticipatory staffing)11 Ottawa, ON, CA2 days ago Requisition ID: 1111The purpose of this job posting is to create an active bank of candidates for six months (July 31, 2026, to January 31, 2027).Salary Range: $22.56 to $27.35 per hourPOSITION TYPESFull-time (37.5 hours per week)Part-time (12.5 hours minimum per week)Term (under 6 months)Casual (no more than 625 hours per one-year period, scheduled on an "at need basis", "no guaranteed hours")AVAILABILITY REQUIREDWeekdaysSaturday and SundayStatutory holidaysSUMMARY OF DUTIESHosts serve as the first point of contact for all museum visitors. They create a welcoming and informative first impression by greeting guests, providing orientation, and delivering accurate information about the museum's programs, services, exhibitions, policies, and special events.Hosts administer the museum's admission process, including operating the point-of-sale system and handling monetary transactions in accordance with established financial procedures.In their role as ambassadors for Ingenium, Hosts ensure that each visitor's experience begins positively and reflects the institution's mission and mandate. They operate the admission desks, support group check-ins, and offer general and tourist-related information to enhance the overall visitor experience. Additionally, they may assist with the safety and security of guests and staff by participating in emergency or fire safety protocols.Hosts also contribute to a smooth and enjoyable visit by assisting with other tasks that support the visitor experience team and the museum's day-to-day operations.EDUCATIONSuccessful high school diplomaCPR and First Aid (asset)EXPERIENCEExperience handling cash and financial transactions; Experience working in a front facing,



customer service setting; Experience in explaining products, services and/or membership value add to customers.KNOWLEDGEGeneral knowledge of customer services standards and practices; General knowledge of the Canada Science and Technology Museum; General knowledge of Ingenium.COMPETENCIESAbility to communicate orally in both official languages; Ability to workwell independently without supervision; Ability to workwell as part of a cohesive team and being collaborative; Ability to process accurate financial transaction (cash); Ability to multitask (simultaneously handle cash, processing payments, using a computer-based POS system, providing electronic invoices, etc.); Ability to remain calm and positive during buys times and to efficiently occupy your time during slower periods; Ability to assess all sorts of situations, remain calm, de-escalate and find a solution by using sound judgement.Security Requirements: Enhanced reliabilityUnion Affiliation : Public Service Alliance of CanadaYour application will remain active for 6 months.Please note that only candidates who are selected for the next stage of this selection process will be contacted.Our Commitment to Employment EquityIngenium champions the values of diversity and inclusion. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as members of one or more designated employment equity groups. This is asked in a pre-screening question during the application process.Ingenium provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed with the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

📌 Host, Canada Science & Technology Museum (Anticipatory Staffing) (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
🏢 Ingenium
📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles